1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 143 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Dodge Mirada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Mirada | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
